CHAPTER 6 PRIMARY OBJECTIVES

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CHAPTER 6 PRIMARY OBJECTIVES

• Define curriculum and explain curriculum
  standards and benchmarks
• Explain technology integration
• Describe the use of computers in computer labs
  versus classroom instruction
• Identify ways in which technology can positively
  influence learning

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CHAPTER 6 PRIMARY OBJECTIVES (cont.)

• Identify ways to plan for technology integration
• Explain various planning tools and instructional
  models
• Describe the steps of the ASSURE Instructional
  Model
• Identify ways to get started using technology at
  a new school
• Describe the use of learning centers

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WHAT IS CURRICULUM?

• All of the experiences that a learner has under
  the supervision and guidance of teachers

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WHAT IS CURRICULUM?

• Curriculum Standards and Benchmarks
• Curriculum standard
• Defines what a student is expected to know at
  certain stages of education
• Benchmark
• Specific, measurable learning objective

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WHAT IS TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION?

• Combining of all technology parts, such as
  hardware and software, together with each
  subject-related area of curriculum to enhance
  learning
• Establish connections between subject matter and
  the real world
• Curriculum drives technology

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WHAT IS TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION?

• Classroom Integration versus Computer Labs
• Computer labs
• A designated classroom filled with computers
• Teachers schedule time to use the labs for many
  purposes
• Point of instruction
• Technology in the teachers classroom at the
  teachers and students fingertips
• Teachable moments

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INTEGRATING TECHNOLOGY INTO THE CURRICULUM

• Technology can motivate students and increase
  class attendance
• Technology must be integrated into the curriculum
• Identify goals
• Develop innovative ways to teach a diverse
  population of learners with different learning
  styles

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CHANGING INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES

• Teachers are shifting from being the dispenser of
  knowledge to being the facilitator of learning
• Students can accomplish learning with the
  teachers assistance
• Learning is not just storage of knowledge, but
  includes problem solving
• Wellivers Instructional Transformation Model

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BARRIERS TO TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION

• Lack of teacher training
• Lack of administration support
• Limited time for teacher planning
• Placement of computers in remote locations
• Overcoming the barriers
• Unequal Access video

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TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION AND THE LEARNING PROCESS

• The Learning Process
• Authentic learning
• Instructional activities that demonstrate
  real-life connections by associating the concept
  being taught with a real-life activity or event
• Active learning
• Students become active in the learning process

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TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION AND THE LEARNING PROCESS

• The Learning Process
• Anchored instruction
• Providing a knowledge base on which students can
  build
• Problem-based instruction
• Students use the background (anchor) information
  to solve complex problems
• Discovery learning
• Inquire-based method for teaching and learning

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TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION AND THE LEARNING PROCESS

• Technology and the Learning Process
• Numerous technology tools to support many types
  of instruction and learning
• Multimedia
• Example - Body Works
• Allows students to build cognitive scaffold
• Encourages students to think in colors, sounds,
  and animations

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TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION AND THE LEARNING PROCESS

• Technology and the Learning Process
• Numerous technology tools to support many types
  of instruction and learning
• The Web
• Educational equalizer
• Allows children to experience new educational
  opportunities
• Interaction with others outside of the school
• FCC schools and library video

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TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION AND THE LEARNING PROCESS

• Technology and the Learning Process
• Numerous technology tools to support many types
  of instruction and learning
• Cooperative learning
• Students work in groups to achieve learning
  objectives
• High order thinking skills

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STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING WITH TECHNOLOGY

• Best strategy is to put the technology in the
  hands of teachers
• Provide consistent application of technology
  tools to support instructional curriculum area
• Continuous planning

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THE ROLE OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT

• Technology plan
• Outline of procedure for procuring equipment and
  software
• Training
• Plans often updated annually

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PLANNING FOR TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION IN THE
CLASSROOM

• Decide on most appropriate technology to achieve
  desired learner outcomes
• Preparing the classroom environment

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PLANNING FOR TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION IN THE
CLASSROOM

• Using a Computer Lab
• Advantages
• One computer per student
• Hands-on
• Tutorials
• Remediation
• Cooperative learning
• Computer skill instruction
• Internet research

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PLANNING FOR TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION IN THE
CLASSROOM

• One-Computer Classroom
• Maximize effectiveness of one computer
• Use large screen television for output
• Projection screens
• Used to introduce topics rather than specific
  skills

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PLANNING FOR TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION IN THE
CLASSROOM

• Two-Computer Classroom
• Develop a strategy to manage both computers
• Many questions determine strategy
• Will the computers be configured the same?
• Web connectivity?
• How much time per student?
• How will student evaluation be done?

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PLANNING FOR TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION IN THE
CLASSROOM

• More Than Two Computers
• Arrange classroom into learning centers
• Use planning criteria mentioned previously
• Must consider skill levels of students
• Skill assessment survey

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GETTING STARTED AT A NEW SCHOOL

• Consider ways to utilize available technology
• Become familiar with the technology
• Ask questions

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GETTING STARTED AT A NEW SCHOOL

• Information About Technology
• Find out who else in the school uses technology
• Determine if there is a technology committee
• Teachers manual
• Determine where to get support

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GETTING STARTED AT A NEW SCHOOL

• Technology Training
• Does the school offer professional development or
  inservice training
• Hardware
• Determine how to obtain additional hardware or
  upgrades
• Join the technology committee
• Research grants

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GETTING STARTED AT A NEW SCHOOL

• Software
• Determine what type of software is available
• Check the classroom to see what is already
  installed
• Special education requirements
• Procedure for obtaining additional software
• Is a bid list available?

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GETTING STARTED AT A NEW SCHOOL

• Other Technologies
• Media specialist can provide access to other
  technologies
• Find a list of materials in use throughout the
  district
• Technology Supplies Budget
• Determine procedure for obtaining additional
  supplies and parts

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SUMMARY OF EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION

• What is curriculum?
• What is technology integration?
• Integrating technology into the curriculum
• Changing instructional strategies
• Barrier to technology integration
• Technology integration and the learning process

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SUMMARY OF EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION

• Planning for technology integration in the
  classroom
• Planning lessons with technology
• Instructional models
• Getting started in a new school

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WHAT IS CURRICULUM?
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BARRIERS TO TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION
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TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION AND THE LEARNING PROCESS
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